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COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS
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Colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon or rectum. This year, more than 135,000 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer and more than 50,000 will die of the disease.
You might be at an increased risk for colorectal cancer if you:
- Are age 50 or older
- Smoke or use tobacco
- Are overweight or obese, especially if you carry fat around your waist
- Are not physically active
- Drink alcohol excessively
- Eat a lot of red meat, such as beef, pork or lamb, or a lot of processed meat, such as bacon, sausage, hot dogs or cold cuts
- Have a personal or family history of colorectal cancer or benign (not cancerous) colorectal polyps
- Have a personal or family history of inflammatory bowel disease, such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
Several screening tests detect colorectal cancer early, when it can be easily and successfully treated. In addition, w
ith certain types of screening, colorectal cancer can be prevented by removing polyps (grape-like growths on the wall of the intestine) before they become cancerous.
More information on colorectal cancer is available from the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In addition, you are encouraged to speak with your doctor if you have questions about colorectal cancer including colorectal cancer screenings.
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Research finds that more than a third of American adults are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society recommend that adults aged 18-60 years sleep at least 7 hours each night to promote optimal health and well-being. Sleeping less than seven hours per day is associated with an increased risk of developing chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and frequent mental distress.
It is recommended that you inform your doctor if you are having consistent problems getting or maintaining adequate sleep.
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Do you have international travel plans in your future?
Many vaccine-preventable diseases that have become rare in the U.S., such as measles and polio, are still common in other parts of the world. Certain activities, such as attending crowded events, can increase the spread of infectious disease. No matter where you plan to go, you should get recommended vaccines to lower the chances for getting and spreading disease.
How soon before you travel do you need to get vaccinated?
Start planning now. Some vaccines take up to six months for the entire series.
What vaccines will you need?
The international travel vaccines you need depend on your travel destination, age, current medical condition, occupation and lifestyle.
Are your routine immunizations up to date?
In addition to getting your needed international travel shots, it's a good idea to be up to date with routine vaccines before you leave the country.
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